Vitamins in Dentistry. A Comprehensive Review

      Аннотация: Vitamins are important constituents of a balanced diet. They are organic compounds, which cannot be synthesized within the body and are essential for maintenance of normal structure and function of cells. They are regulators of metabolic processes and co-enzymes in enzymatic system. Due to inadequate levels of vitamins in the body, it causes specific deficiency syndrome, affecting general health of an individual. So, they should be supplemented through the diet in specific amounts. Even though of its less contribution in diet, it is recommended to understand its importance in the growth and development of body.

Ключевые слова: Vitamins, classification, dietary dosages, deficiency, excess